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As Inflation Reignites, Should You Consider I Bonds?

and on April 26, 2026

With consumer prices up 3.3% year-over-year and gas prices surging 18.9%, I Bonds are projected to hit a 4.26% annualized rate starting May 1 — and there’s still a brief window to act.

Tax Hikes or Benefit Cuts? 8 Ways to Fix Social Security

and on April 26, 2026

Without action, Social Security faces automatic 28% benefit cuts by 2032 — experts say the math is easy; the political will is not.

What 3 Former Military Members Wish They’d Known About Money Before Leaving Service

on April 24, 2026

Having a flexible plan is critical for active-duty military members. Find out how to build one.

9 Rules for Using AI As Your Financial Advisor Without Losing Your Shirt

on April 24, 2026

Two-thirds of Americans are asking chatbots for money advice, and over half regret it. But maybe they’re not doing it right.

Gen Z Loves ‘Alternative’ Investing. Or Is It Gambling?

and on April 24, 2026

Northwestern Mutual’s 2026 study found that 80% of Gen Zers who chase crypto and meme stocks feel ‘financially behind’ — and experts say some of what they’re calling investing is actually gambling in disguise.

Thor Metals Review: Services, Fees and What to Know

on April 23, 2026

Thor Metals covers IRA setup and two years of storage at no extra charge on qualifying accounts — but markups on coins and bars still run 1% to 3% over spot, and third-party custodian fees kick in after that.

American Hartford Gold Review: Services, Fees and What to Know

on April 23, 2026

American Hartford Gold doesn’t post prices online, and IRA customers pay $75 to $125 a year in maintenance fees on top of dealer markups they can’t preview until they call.

Goldco Review: Services, Fees and What to Know

on April 23, 2026

Before rolling over a 401(k) into gold, know what Goldco actually charges — setup, annual maintenance, and storage fees add up even before dealer markups hit the spot price.

7 Reasons Stocks Keep Hitting Records While the World Burns

on April 22, 2026

War, $4 gas, and chaos — yet stocks just hit all-time highs. Here’s what Wall Street sees that you don’t.

Just How Do American Millionaires Make Their First Million?

on April 22, 2026

Inheritance, luck and stock market gambles all play a part — but for most wealthy Americans it’s a different story.

Here’s Who Gets Social Security Payments This Week on April 22

and on April 20, 2026

Born between the 21st and the end of the month? Your April check drops Wednesday — here’s the full breakdown of when every beneficiary gets paid, including the SSI schedule through January 2027.

Why Age 69 Is Crucial to Planning a Comfortable Retirement and Legacy

and on April 19, 2026

There’s a narrow four-year window before required minimum distributions kick in at 73 when Roth conversions and smart income planning can dramatically cut your lifetime tax bill — and most retirees don’t know it exists.

Retirement Is Looming. Gen X Doesn’t Have an Estate Plan.

and on April 18, 2026

A new report finds 62% of Gen Xers have no will, trust, or power of attorney — making them the least protected generation even as they enter their 60s with a historic wealth transfer already underway.

Here Are 7 Options for Free or Cheap Financial Advice

and on April 16, 2026

Getting personalized guidance from a certified financial planner doesn’t have to cost a cent — and one option lets you hand over your entire portfolio to a robo-advisor for zero fees.

How to Invest in Gold with a Small Budget, Even under $100

on April 15, 2026

Gold prices crossed $5,000 per ounce in early 2026 — but you can start investing for as little as $1, and there are fee traps most beginners never see coming.

Here’s Who Gets Social Security Payments This Week on April 15

and on April 13, 2026

If your birthday falls between the 11th and 20th of the month, your April payment lands Wednesday — and SSI recipients follow an entirely different schedule that runs through the end of 2026.

USPS Temporarily Stops Pension Payments amid Cash ‘Crisis’

and on April 9, 2026

The agency is halting $200 million in biweekly retirement contributions — freeing $2.5 billion in cash — while insisting current and future retirees won’t feel an immediate impact.

5 Retirement Mistakes That Are Quietly Draining Six-Figure Portfolios

on April 23, 2026

The mistakes that cost the most in retirement are made in the five years before it starts. Here are the five I see most often — and exactly how to fix them.

6 Brutal Reasons to Stay Far Away From Kalshi, Polymarket and Other Prediction Markets

on April 9, 2026

Retail traders are bleeding cash on these booming betting sites — and the data reveals exactly who’s cashing in.

5 Rules for Putting Gold in Your IRA Without Getting Scammed

on April 7, 2026

Gold is soaring toward record highs. Can you invest in gold in your IRA or other retirement plan?

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